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Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf administered by NIA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Administrative Positions Nidj	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Administrative Positions	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Administrative Superintendent	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Available	1 Openings	Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NIA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Agent Assisted Service Delivery of Umang Serv Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Setting Up of Advanced Skill Training Institu Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Web Based Erp Software for Iiit a Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fabrication Drawing TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIA Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain nia.nic.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIA recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials, select the AVPA recruitment notification, and fill out the detailed application form with academic qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card, which must be printed for exam center entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test (CBST)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness with special focus on Current Affairs and National Security.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Descriptive)	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Criminal Law, NIA Act 2008, Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), Victimology, Human Rights, Cyber Security, and Intelligence Gathering methodologies.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic, caste, and experience certificates, followed by a comprehensive medical fitness test as per NIA's stringent physical and medical standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Interview	50 Marks (Interview), Total Merit out of 250	Evaluation of personality, psychological suitability, communication skills, situational judgment, and comprehensive knowledge of national security challenges and victim assistance protocols.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Victim Protection Analyst (AVPA) cadre in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), the compensation is highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 87,675. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 80,000, making it a highly lucrative central government career opportunity.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the AVPA cadre strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is provided with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are applicable. Women candidates and PwBD are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the NIA AVPA written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC candidates in each paper, though actual merit cutoffs are typically higher depending on vacancy ratios.

Is there a normalization process applied to the multi-shift screening test scores?

Yes, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to adjust difficulty variations across multiple exam shifts, ensuring a fair and balanced evaluation for all candidates.

Does the NIA AVPA position require executing a service bond upon selection?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years, or refund three months' salary in lieu of notice.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited AVPA officers?

Newly recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes specialized institutional training at the NIA headquarters and field-level attachment programs.

Where can I access the official, detailed syllabus for the domain-specific paper?

The comprehensive, topic-wise syllabus is appended to the official AVPA Recruitment Rules PDF available on the NIA portal under the 'Recruitment' tab.

What are the primary posting locations for Assistant Victim Protection Analysts?

Selected candidates are initially posted at the NIA Headquarters in New Delhi, with subsequent transfer liabilities to any of the NIA Branch Offices across India.